Anti-Aging Beauty Treatments You Can Make At Home
June 16, 2017
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Young-looking skin is what we always dream of! Wrinkles, crow’s feet, fine lines, laugh lines, and dark spots are the biggest nightmares of any woman. We can’t run away from aging, but what we can do is delay it as long as possible with these do-it-at-home packs and masks.
Most of the women above the age of 30 spend thousands of rupees on many clinical procedures and anti-aging creams to get a youthful skin. We often wonder if anti-aging products suit our skin and question if they really work. If you are looking for an answer, then here is what you need to do.
There are several home remedies and anti-aging tips to fight all signs of aging without spending a dime. Besides, these have no side effects too. Read further to know about some homemade anti-aging tips for a young and glowing skin.
Carrot And Potato Pack
You Will Need
1 small carrot
1 small potato
A pinch of turmeric
A pinch of baking soda
Water
What You Have To Do
Boil the carrot and potato, and chop them into small pieces. Mash them to form a smooth paste.
To this, add a pinch of turmeric and baking soda. Mix well with some water to obtain a smooth paste.
Apply all over the face and keep for 20 minutes.
Rinse with warm water.
How Often You Should Do This
Repeat this pack application twice a week.
Why This Works
Carrots are a rich source of vitamin A, which helps in boosting the collagen production in the skin. Collagen makes the skin tight and prevents wrinkles, thus giving a very youthful glow to your face. Potato is also considered to be an excellent anti-aging ingredient that fades away wrinkles and evens out the skin tone
Rice Milk Cleanser
Rice is a traditional ingredient in Japanese skin care that's rich in vitamin E and helps exfoliate and smooth skin. This cleanser can be moistened with plain water, but rice milk is a better choice because it adds a hit of retinol-building vitamin A and protective calcium to the mix.
¼ c brown rice flour (or rice bran flour)
2–3 Tbsp unsweetened organic rice milk
MIX the brown rice flour with rice milk to form a smooth paste.
MASSAGE the mixture onto the skin in a slow, circular motion. Rinse with tepid water and follow with toner and moisturizer.
Cucumber Aloe Cold Cream
Your skin gets drier (and duller) with age, but this super-hydrating cream can keep it looking radiant with hydrating aloe vera, brightening fresh lemon, and the yogurt's exfoliating lactic acid.
½ c plain organic Greek yogurt
¼ c cucumber, chopped and seeded
¼ c aloe flesh, peeled and chopped
½ lemon, juiced
LINE a mesh strainer with a few layers of cheesecloth and set it over a bowl. Puree the ingredients in a blender or food processor, then pour into the strainer. Cover the bowl, and place in the refrigerator for at least a few hours or as long as overnight. Transfer the thickened yogurt mixture to a clean bowl. The leftover liquid can be discarded or mixed with rice flour or almond meal to create a quick facial scrub.
APPLY a thick layer of the cream to your face and leave on for up to 30 minutes. Remove the mask with a moistened washcloth, and follow with toner.
Blueberry Granola Exfoliating Mask
Antioxidant-rich blueberries and raw almonds—packed with essential fatty acids and vitamin E—are the base for this beauty-boosting mask and scrub combo. Whole oats are included for their anti-inflammatory properties, while fresh milk and honey help cleanse and brighten skin.
¼ c fresh organic blueberries
¼ c raw almonds
2 Tbsp whole oats
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp whole organic milk
COMBINE ingredients in blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding additional milk if necessary.
APPLY generously to moistened skin and let dry for 20 minutes. Gently massage the mixture in a slow, circular motion until it crumbles away. Rinse with tepid water, then follow with toner. Use weekly.
Blueberry Granola Exfoliating Mask
Antioxidant-rich blueberries and raw almonds—packed with essential fatty acids and vitamin E—are the base for this beauty-boosting mask and scrub combo. Whole oats are included for their anti-inflammatory properties, while fresh milk and honey help cleanse and brighten skin.
¼ c fresh organic blueberries
¼ c raw almonds
2 Tbsp whole oats
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp whole organic milk
COMBINE ingredients in blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding additional milk if necessary.
APPLY generously to moistened skin and let dry for 20 minutes. Gently massage the mixture in a slow, circular motion until it crumbles away. Rinse with tepid water, then follow with toner. Use weekly.
Avocado Wheat grass Mask
Avocado is packed with oleic acid, making it a highly moisturizing base for a face mask. It also contains a hefty portion of vitamin E, which helps improve skin’s texture while fighting damage from free radicals that cause aging. The lactic acid in yogurt gently loosens dead skin cells, giving your complexion a fresher, brighter appearance. And wheatgrass juice adds a punch of anti-aging powerhouses vitamins A and E. (If fresh wheatgrass juice is unavailable, use reconstituted powdered juice instead.)
½ ripe avocado
2 Tbsp plain organic greek yogurt
1 Tbsp wheatgrass juice
PUREE ingredients in a blender. Apply a thick layer of the puree to your face, and allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with tepid water, and follow with toner.
Apple Chia Honey Scrub
Chia seeds aren't just a hot superfood to eat; they also offer a huge rewards when it comes to skin care. This mask uses the antioxidant-loaded seeds as a gentle exfoliant along with the deep-cleansing power of honey. Green apples contain an impressive combination of polyphenols, flavanoids, and alpha hydroxy acids that can help brighten, soothe, and plump skin.
½ c chopped raw green apple
2 Tbsp chia seeds
2 Tbsp honey
COMBINE apple, chia seeds, and honey in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding a little water if necessary. Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes after blending.
APPLY the mixture liberally to dry skin. Massage in a slow, circular motion. Rinse with tepid water. Follow with toner.
Avocado Coco-Nut Body Oil
When it comes to anti-aging, don’t forget to treat the skin below your face—and nothing beats a good, moisturizing body oil. This simple blend combines three light, penetrating oils that can be found in most grocery stores: avocado oil, virgin coconut oil, and sweet almond oil. Look for virgin or cold-pressed oils; they contain a larger portion of beneficial components like antioxidants and fatty acids.
¼ c avocado oil
¼ c sweet almond oil
¼ c virgin coconut oil, melted
COMBINE the oils in a 6 to 8-ounce bottle and shake well.
APPLY from shoulders to toes daily. It also makes an excellent massage oil.
Homemade Anti-Aging Face Cream
Ingredients
¼ cup almond oil
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons beeswax
½ teaspoon vitamin E oil
1 tablespoon shea butter
Essential oils of choice (optional)
Directions
Place all ingredients in a glass jar. Bring a pot filled about 3-4 inches with water to a simmer. Put the jar, without its lid, in the pot, and let it sit there until the ingredients have melted. Stir occasionally. Once the mixture has melted and all is evenly combined, pour it into a small glass jar. Let it sit at room temperature until the cream hardens, close the jar’s lid, and store in a cool place. Apply morning and night after washing.
Rose Water Pack
You Will Need
2 teaspoons rose water
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Few drops of glycerine
Cotton ball
What You Have To Do
Mix all the ingredients together.
Dip the cotton ball in this and apply it all over the face.
How Often You Should Do This
This is best done every other night, before going to bed.
Why This Works
Rose water has regenerating properties and also has a calming effect on the skin. It increases the blood circulation in the capillaries and thus reduces thread veins. It also reduces blemishes and puffiness under the eyes.
Caution
Do not wash your face after applying this pack as your face will absorb it completely.
Papaya Pack
You Will Need
Few pieces of ripe papaya
What You Have To Do
Mash the papaya to get a smooth paste. Add some water if required.
Apply it all over the face and neck.
Leave it on for about 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water.
How Often You Should Do This
Papaya face pack will give best results if used twice a week.
Why This Works
Our grandmothers have always advised us to eat and apply papaya on your face since ages. Papaya is rich in antioxidants and contains a special enzyme called papain that exfoliates dead cells and cleanses the skin’s impurities. It also helps in regenerating new cells and provides elasticity to the skin.
Almonds And Milk Pack
You Will Need
8-10 almonds
Milk
What You Have To Do
Add enough milk to the almonds so that they are thoroughly soaked and leave it aside for the night.
Grind the almonds along with same milk and apply on the face.
Leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing the pack off.
How Often You Should Do This
Do this once or twice a week.
Why This Works
Almonds are rich in vitamin E which rejuvenate and hydrate the skin. This keeps the skin in optimum health and prevents it from developing wrinkles and sagging (16). Milk prevents your skin from drying , which is one of the most common reasons for skin aging signs to develop.
Flower Mask
You Will Need
4 drops of olive oil
Handful of marigold flower petals
Handful of rose petals
Handful of chamomile flower petals
Water
What You Have To Do
Make a paste by blending all the ingredients together. Add as much water as required to get a smooth consistency.
Apply the mask and keep it on for 20 minutes.
Wash off with cold water.
Apply a toner and moisturize the skin as usual.
How Often You Should Do This
Do this once every week.
Why This Works
Marigold petals have skin nourishing and moisturizing properties (27). Rose petals also hydrate the skin with their vitamin E content. They are also excellent as a skin toner, making it firm (28). Chamomile flowers soothe the skin and make it softer.
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Young-looking skin is what we always dream of! Wrinkles, crow’s feet, fine lines, laugh lines, and dark spots are the biggest nightmares of any woman. We can’t run away from aging, but what we can do is delay it as long as possible with these do-it-at-home packs and masks.
Most of the women above the age of 30 spend thousands of rupees on many clinical procedures and anti-aging creams to get a youthful skin. We often wonder if anti-aging products suit our skin and question if they really work. If you are looking for an answer, then here is what you need to do.
There are several home remedies and anti-aging tips to fight all signs of aging without spending a dime. Besides, these have no side effects too. Read further to know about some homemade anti-aging tips for a young and glowing skin.
Carrot And Potato Pack
You Will Need
1 small carrot
1 small potato
A pinch of turmeric
A pinch of baking soda
Water
What You Have To Do
Boil the carrot and potato, and chop them into small pieces. Mash them to form a smooth paste.
To this, add a pinch of turmeric and baking soda. Mix well with some water to obtain a smooth paste.
Apply all over the face and keep for 20 minutes.
Rinse with warm water.
How Often You Should Do This
Repeat this pack application twice a week.
Why This Works
Carrots are a rich source of vitamin A, which helps in boosting the collagen production in the skin. Collagen makes the skin tight and prevents wrinkles, thus giving a very youthful glow to your face. Potato is also considered to be an excellent anti-aging ingredient that fades away wrinkles and evens out the skin tone
Rice Milk Cleanser
Rice is a traditional ingredient in Japanese skin care that's rich in vitamin E and helps exfoliate and smooth skin. This cleanser can be moistened with plain water, but rice milk is a better choice because it adds a hit of retinol-building vitamin A and protective calcium to the mix.
¼ c brown rice flour (or rice bran flour)
2–3 Tbsp unsweetened organic rice milk
MIX the brown rice flour with rice milk to form a smooth paste.
MASSAGE the mixture onto the skin in a slow, circular motion. Rinse with tepid water and follow with toner and moisturizer.
Cucumber Aloe Cold Cream
Your skin gets drier (and duller) with age, but this super-hydrating cream can keep it looking radiant with hydrating aloe vera, brightening fresh lemon, and the yogurt's exfoliating lactic acid.
½ c plain organic Greek yogurt
¼ c cucumber, chopped and seeded
¼ c aloe flesh, peeled and chopped
½ lemon, juiced
LINE a mesh strainer with a few layers of cheesecloth and set it over a bowl. Puree the ingredients in a blender or food processor, then pour into the strainer. Cover the bowl, and place in the refrigerator for at least a few hours or as long as overnight. Transfer the thickened yogurt mixture to a clean bowl. The leftover liquid can be discarded or mixed with rice flour or almond meal to create a quick facial scrub.
APPLY a thick layer of the cream to your face and leave on for up to 30 minutes. Remove the mask with a moistened washcloth, and follow with toner.
Blueberry Granola Exfoliating Mask
Antioxidant-rich blueberries and raw almonds—packed with essential fatty acids and vitamin E—are the base for this beauty-boosting mask and scrub combo. Whole oats are included for their anti-inflammatory properties, while fresh milk and honey help cleanse and brighten skin.
¼ c fresh organic blueberries
¼ c raw almonds
2 Tbsp whole oats
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp whole organic milk
COMBINE ingredients in blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding additional milk if necessary.
APPLY generously to moistened skin and let dry for 20 minutes. Gently massage the mixture in a slow, circular motion until it crumbles away. Rinse with tepid water, then follow with toner. Use weekly.
Blueberry Granola Exfoliating Mask
Antioxidant-rich blueberries and raw almonds—packed with essential fatty acids and vitamin E—are the base for this beauty-boosting mask and scrub combo. Whole oats are included for their anti-inflammatory properties, while fresh milk and honey help cleanse and brighten skin.
¼ c fresh organic blueberries
¼ c raw almonds
2 Tbsp whole oats
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp whole organic milk
COMBINE ingredients in blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding additional milk if necessary.
APPLY generously to moistened skin and let dry for 20 minutes. Gently massage the mixture in a slow, circular motion until it crumbles away. Rinse with tepid water, then follow with toner. Use weekly.
Avocado Wheat grass Mask
Avocado is packed with oleic acid, making it a highly moisturizing base for a face mask. It also contains a hefty portion of vitamin E, which helps improve skin’s texture while fighting damage from free radicals that cause aging. The lactic acid in yogurt gently loosens dead skin cells, giving your complexion a fresher, brighter appearance. And wheatgrass juice adds a punch of anti-aging powerhouses vitamins A and E. (If fresh wheatgrass juice is unavailable, use reconstituted powdered juice instead.)
½ ripe avocado
2 Tbsp plain organic greek yogurt
1 Tbsp wheatgrass juice
PUREE ingredients in a blender. Apply a thick layer of the puree to your face, and allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with tepid water, and follow with toner.
Apple Chia Honey Scrub
Chia seeds aren't just a hot superfood to eat; they also offer a huge rewards when it comes to skin care. This mask uses the antioxidant-loaded seeds as a gentle exfoliant along with the deep-cleansing power of honey. Green apples contain an impressive combination of polyphenols, flavanoids, and alpha hydroxy acids that can help brighten, soothe, and plump skin.
½ c chopped raw green apple
2 Tbsp chia seeds
2 Tbsp honey
COMBINE apple, chia seeds, and honey in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding a little water if necessary. Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes after blending.
APPLY the mixture liberally to dry skin. Massage in a slow, circular motion. Rinse with tepid water. Follow with toner.
Avocado Coco-Nut Body Oil
When it comes to anti-aging, don’t forget to treat the skin below your face—and nothing beats a good, moisturizing body oil. This simple blend combines three light, penetrating oils that can be found in most grocery stores: avocado oil, virgin coconut oil, and sweet almond oil. Look for virgin or cold-pressed oils; they contain a larger portion of beneficial components like antioxidants and fatty acids.
¼ c avocado oil
¼ c sweet almond oil
¼ c virgin coconut oil, melted
COMBINE the oils in a 6 to 8-ounce bottle and shake well.
APPLY from shoulders to toes daily. It also makes an excellent massage oil.
Homemade Anti-Aging Face Cream
Ingredients
¼ cup almond oil
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons beeswax
½ teaspoon vitamin E oil
1 tablespoon shea butter
Essential oils of choice (optional)
Directions
Place all ingredients in a glass jar. Bring a pot filled about 3-4 inches with water to a simmer. Put the jar, without its lid, in the pot, and let it sit there until the ingredients have melted. Stir occasionally. Once the mixture has melted and all is evenly combined, pour it into a small glass jar. Let it sit at room temperature until the cream hardens, close the jar’s lid, and store in a cool place. Apply morning and night after washing.
Rose Water Pack
You Will Need
2 teaspoons rose water
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Few drops of glycerine
Cotton ball
What You Have To Do
Mix all the ingredients together.
Dip the cotton ball in this and apply it all over the face.
How Often You Should Do This
This is best done every other night, before going to bed.
Why This Works
Rose water has regenerating properties and also has a calming effect on the skin. It increases the blood circulation in the capillaries and thus reduces thread veins. It also reduces blemishes and puffiness under the eyes.
Caution
Do not wash your face after applying this pack as your face will absorb it completely.
Papaya Pack
You Will Need
Few pieces of ripe papaya
What You Have To Do
Mash the papaya to get a smooth paste. Add some water if required.
Apply it all over the face and neck.
Leave it on for about 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water.
How Often You Should Do This
Papaya face pack will give best results if used twice a week.
Why This Works
Our grandmothers have always advised us to eat and apply papaya on your face since ages. Papaya is rich in antioxidants and contains a special enzyme called papain that exfoliates dead cells and cleanses the skin’s impurities. It also helps in regenerating new cells and provides elasticity to the skin.
Almonds And Milk Pack
You Will Need
8-10 almonds
Milk
What You Have To Do
Add enough milk to the almonds so that they are thoroughly soaked and leave it aside for the night.
Grind the almonds along with same milk and apply on the face.
Leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing the pack off.
How Often You Should Do This
Do this once or twice a week.
Why This Works
Almonds are rich in vitamin E which rejuvenate and hydrate the skin. This keeps the skin in optimum health and prevents it from developing wrinkles and sagging (16). Milk prevents your skin from drying , which is one of the most common reasons for skin aging signs to develop.
Flower Mask
You Will Need
4 drops of olive oil
Handful of marigold flower petals
Handful of rose petals
Handful of chamomile flower petals
Water
What You Have To Do
Make a paste by blending all the ingredients together. Add as much water as required to get a smooth consistency.
Apply the mask and keep it on for 20 minutes.
Wash off with cold water.
Apply a toner and moisturize the skin as usual.
How Often You Should Do This
Do this once every week.
Why This Works
Marigold petals have skin nourishing and moisturizing properties (27). Rose petals also hydrate the skin with their vitamin E content. They are also excellent as a skin toner, making it firm (28). Chamomile flowers soothe the skin and make it softer.
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